In a video released last night by American Idol, host Ryan Seacrest introduces this new approach to the season before the American Idol auditions even kick-off:

“Before we even show you the auditions, we’re going to introduce you to the Top 24. You will fall in love with them, you’ll root for them, and you’ll vote for them, but right now you’ll hear them. Are they the best yet? Take a listen for yourselves,” says Seacrest.

Are you ready to let your ears meet the season’s semi-finalists? It’s a great delivery and a very interesting way to do things as Idol is definitely in need to finding new ways to do things. I like it, but what do you think? Watch the video below and share your thoughts!

American Idol Season XIV: Sneak Peek: The Top 24 (Almost) Revealed:

If you’re ready to see the faces and names to go along with the voices then check out the leaked list of the Season 14 Top 24 contestants and see if you can match those shadowy faces with their pictures in our gallery.

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